tanabe nf210 vs. TRD lowering springs?? - Page 2 - Toyota Yaris Forums

spookz · 03-30-2009, 07:29 PM

I think the Tein S.Tech and Tanabe DF's give a very similar drop.

S.Tech - 1.9/1.9
DF210 - 1.6/1.8 (but settle to approx 2.0 all round)

But then again, it's depends on how you describe as being aggressive.. for me, the lowest drop doesn't necessarily mean it's the most aggressive stance..

In the end, they're both very similar.. however Tein's have a stiffer spring rate in the rear and are also progressive (don't think Tanabe's are progressive..)

Alcott83 · 03-30-2009, 09:24 PM

thats what i thought.. which is the overall better spring?

ToTo · 04-06-2009, 07:07 AM

Tein!

car-zone · 04-26-2009, 09:25 AM

The NF210 coil spring features a tasteful drop, and produces the best overall ride quality and comfort for a performance lowering spring. The lowered stance of the NF210 gives the car an elegant pose, while the spring rates, which are only slightly raised (up to 5% over stock) retain factory ride quality settings.
This coil spring is extremely popular with luxury tuned vehicles, as well as those with larger diameter wheels that want to eliminate fender gap, but maintain excellent driveability while reducing the risk of damage to wheels that is associated with stiffer suspensions.Comfort especially important on daily driven vehicles, and their passengers. The NF210 provides the best driving experience for all types of roads.

*Chris07LB* · 04-26-2009, 06:18 PM

Sounds like an infomercial

derickveliz2 · 05-09-2009, 10:35 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Chris07LB

Sounds like an infomercial

Yes it does, but works for me.

Treyz · 05-09-2009, 11:19 AM

I switched from DE210's to TRD's. Tanabe's were a bit too low in the rear foor me.

pokiou · 06-24-2011, 12:48 AM

just quick question... are the nf210 for a 350z the same as the nf210 for a yaris ?

derickveliz2 · 06-24-2011, 12:51 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by pokiou

just quick question... are the nf210 for a 350z the same as the nf210 for a yaris ?

I don't think so, Z is about 1,000 pounds heavier! with 230 more horses!

D.

pokiou · 06-24-2011, 12:53 AM

yea the reason i asked is cause they share the same number.. nf210 and thats the same one a guy is selling from his 350z :(

so how do i know what tanabe springs to get if there all named nf210? is there specific code on them?

derickveliz2 · 06-24-2011, 01:15 AM

These are mine...

Alpha300 · 08-22-2011, 09:56 AM

When installing TRD springs in the front, does one need to cut the plastic spacers? Can someone explain what this is for? If I were to have the TRD springs installed at the dealer, would they cut the spacers too? It just seems a little bit of a hack job!

derickveliz2 · 08-23-2011, 04:24 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Alpha300

When installing TRD springs in the front, does one need to cut the plastic spacers? Can someone explain what this is for?

Yes it's a must, you will be lower and don't want to hit the bump stop. Cut it in half at least.

D.

Klink10 · 08-23-2011, 07:36 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Alpha300

When installing TRD springs in the front, does one need to cut the plastic spacers? Can someone explain what this is for? If I were to have the TRD springs installed at the dealer, would they cut the spacers too? It just seems a little bit of a hack job!

Wasn't it you that asked about this on another thread? You don't cut anything for the install of TRD springs front or rear according to the directions I got with them when purchased from Sparks. I still have the directions.

Alpha300 · 08-23-2011, 10:27 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Klink10

Wasn't it you that asked about this on another thread? You don't cut anything for the install of TRD springs front or rear according to the directions I got with them when purchased from Sparks. I still have the directions.

Yes, I did ask the question in another thread. And the it was a unanimous NO to cutting the bump stop.

Thank you for the good advice. I've purchased the springs but have not received them yet. That's why I haven't consulted the supplied instructions yet. But its nice to know what to do in advance!

derickveliz2 · 08-23-2011, 10:43 PM

This is what I did:

LINK

D.

SAV912 · 08-24-2011, 03:39 AM

I was on TRD springs and OEM shocks for a brief period before going full TRD springs/shocks combination and I did NOT cut the bumpstops. Cutting them is not necessary in either case as the spring is stiff enough relative to the drop to prevent you from 'riding the bumpstops'. People cut bumpstops to get an extra couple millimeters out of their springs when they settle, and that's about it really.

-C

Blue Beast · 09-04-2011, 08:53 AM

I installed the TRD Sportivo springs, TRD sport shocks and TRD rear sway bar. This dropped the car a 1.5" in the front and rear.

As for the ride, it is firm but not too and feels extremely stable in corners at any speed. The improvement over the stock set up was beyond my expectations, it feels like a completely different car. The last car I drove that handled this well was my 1968 Fiat 124 Sport Coupe with Pirrelli P3's.

03-30-2009, 07:29 PM	#19
spookz JDM yO! View User's Garage Drives: '09 3dr. 5-spd Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Sydney, Australia Posts: 331	I think the Tein S.Tech and Tanabe DF's give a very similar drop. S.Tech - 1.9/1.9 DF210 - 1.6/1.8 (but settle to approx 2.0 all round) But then again, it's depends on how you describe as being aggressive.. for me, the lowest drop doesn't necessarily mean it's the most aggressive stance.. In the end, they're both very similar.. however Tein's have a stiffer spring rate in the rear and are also progressive (don't think Tanabe's are progressive..) __________________ .

03-30-2009, 09:24 PM	#20
Alcott83 View User's Garage Drives: 2008 toyota Yaris (Black) Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Emmaus Pa Posts: 4	s thats what i thought.. which is the overall better spring?

04-06-2009, 07:07 AM	#21
ToTo Drives: Toyota Yaris T SPORT Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: Budapest, Hungary Posts: 110	Tein! __________________

04-26-2009, 09:25 AM	#22
car-zone I've made a post! Drives: no Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: USA Posts: 1	tanabe nf210 vs. TRD lowering springs?? The NF210 coil spring features a tasteful drop, and produces the best overall ride quality and comfort for a performance lowering spring. The lowered stance of the NF210 gives the car an elegant pose, while the spring rates, which are only slightly raised (up to 5% over stock) retain factory ride quality settings. This coil spring is extremely popular with luxury tuned vehicles, as well as those with larger diameter wheels that want to eliminate fender gap, but maintain excellent driveability while reducing the risk of damage to wheels that is associated with stiffer suspensions.Comfort especially important on daily driven vehicles, and their passengers. The NF210 provides the best driving experience for all types of roads. __________________ car zone

05-09-2009, 11:19 AM	#25
Treyz ~ ambient one ~ View User's Garage Drives: 2009 Bayou Yaris Liftback Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Long Island, NY Posts: 1,046	I switched from DE210's to TRD's. Tanabe's were a bit too low in the rear foor me. __________________ AMBIENTLIFESTYLE Tri-State Sport Compact EZine ambientlifestyle.com------------ambientlifestyle.ning.com Micro Image Store - Network - Online microimageonline.com------------microimage.ning.com

04-26-2009, 06:18 PM	#23
Chris07LB Super Moderator View User's Garage Drives: Yaris Liftback Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: New Jersey Posts: 3,174	Sounds like an infomercial

06-24-2011, 12:48 AM	#26
pokiou Drives: 2011 Toyota Yaris YRS Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: Australia Melbourne Posts: 7	just quick question... are the nf210 for a 350z the same as the nf210 for a yaris ?

06-24-2011, 12:53 AM	#28
pokiou Drives: 2011 Toyota Yaris YRS Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: Australia Melbourne Posts: 7	yea the reason i asked is cause they share the same number.. nf210 and thats the same one a guy is selling from his 350z :( so how do i know what tanabe springs to get if there all named nf210? is there specific code on them?

06-24-2011, 01:15 AM	#29
derickveliz2 View User's Garage Drives: Yaris Sedan "S" Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Central, MA Posts: 2,722	These are mine... __________________ . My system may not blow your ears, but it will sweeten your senses. CLA 250, 4MATIC

08-22-2011, 09:56 AM	#30
Alpha300 Drives: 2011 RS 5 dr hatchback Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: Canada Posts: 11	When installing TRD springs in the front, does one need to cut the plastic spacers? Can someone explain what this is for? If I were to have the TRD springs installed at the dealer, would they cut the spacers too? It just seems a little bit of a hack job!

08-23-2011, 10:43 PM	#34
derickveliz2 View User's Garage Drives: Yaris Sedan "S" Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Central, MA Posts: 2,722	This is what I did: LINK D. __________________ . My system may not blow your ears, but it will sweeten your senses. CLA 250, 4MATIC

08-24-2011, 03:39 AM	#35
SAV912 Pirate Yaaaaris View User's Garage Drives: '00 Toyota Celica GTS 6MT Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Savannah, GA Posts: 573	I was on TRD springs and OEM shocks for a brief period before going full TRD springs/shocks combination and I did NOT cut the bumpstops. Cutting them is not necessary in either case as the spring is stiff enough relative to the drop to prevent you from 'riding the bumpstops'. People cut bumpstops to get an extra couple millimeters out of their springs when they settle, and that's about it really. -C __________________ Georgia Bulldogs! '09 Yaris LB 5MT Sold.

09-04-2011, 08:53 AM	#36
Blue Beast Drives: 2010 Yaris 3 door hatchback Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: Manassas Park VA Posts: 31	TRD Springs f&r 1.5" drop I installed the TRD Sportivo springs, TRD sport shocks and TRD rear sway bar. This dropped the car a 1.5" in the front and rear. As for the ride, it is firm but not too and feels extremely stable in corners at any speed. The improvement over the stock set up was beyond my expectations, it feels like a completely different car. The last car I drove that handled this well was my 1968 Fiat 124 Sport Coupe with Pirrelli P3's. __________________ MI Crank Pulley DC Sports Header TRD Stainless Sport Exhaust & TRD HP Air Filter TRD Sport Shocks, TRD Lowering Springs, TRD Rear Sway Bar MOTEGI RACING MR121 RIMS 15 x 7, Kumho Ecsta RSX 205/55/15 TWM Short Shifter, Base & Cable Bushings, Weighted Hybrid Shift Knob VG Shark Fin Antenna, De-badge factory emblems, TRD Black Chrome Badge

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